Paralympics Archives

Paralympics approves ‘transgender’ male to compete against women for first time

Paralympics is facing criticism from athletes and coaches for approving Fabrizio ‘Valentina’ Petrillo, a 50-year-old man who began ‘transitioning’ in 2019, to compete against female athletes as a sprinter.

News

Emily Mangiaracina

• Aug 14, 2024Aug 20, 2024

British Rowing bans gender-confused men from competing against female athletes

'Only individuals who are assigned female at birth will be eligible to compete in competitions under British Rowing’s jurisdiction and/or be selected to represent Great Britain, or England, in international events,' the new regulations read.

News

Clare Marie Merkowsky

• Aug 10, 2023Aug 10, 2023

The world is witnessing the collapsing Liberal Utilitarian paradigm

There is perhaps no greater example in our day than the hypocrisy surrounding the coronavirus and the associated measures and restrictions.

Opinion

Kennedy Hall

• Aug 27, 2021

Blind-deaf swimmer denied necessary aid, forcing her to withdraw from Tokyo Paralympic Games

'The USOPC has repeatedly denied my reasonable and essential accommodation because of my disability, leaving me no choice,' three-time gold medalist Becca Meyers said.

News

Clare Marie Merkowsky

• Jul 21, 2021Jul 30, 2021